Group Accountant

Nigel Wright Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech business in Manchester is seeking a qualified Group Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This hands-on role involves preparing consolidated accounts, partnering with department heads for financial insight, and improving processes within a high-growth environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in audit and a strong desire to transition into industry. This opportunity offers significant career progression in a forward-thinking company.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a background in audit from a practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills for business partnering.
• Experience in preparing group consolidated accounts.

Responsibilities

• Take on a hands-on role working with the Financial Controller.
• Deliver accurate financial information and improve processes.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Job description

Company

Group Accountant | PE-Backed Tech Business | Manchester City Centre | Newly Qualified | Hands-On Role | Business Partnering Focus

Are you a qualified accountant with a background in audit from a practice? Are you looking to make your first move into industry with a high-growth, private equity backed tech business? This could be the perfect opportunity.

We’re working with an innovative and forward-thinking tech company based in Manchester City Centre. Backed by private equity and on a steep growth trajectory, the business has a dynamic, modern culture and a clear vision for the future. The finance team is lean, collaborative, and highly engaged with the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

As Group Accountant, you’ll take on a varied and hands‑on role, working closely with the Financial Controller and wider business teams. You’ll play a key part in delivering accurate financial information, improving processes, and acting as a true business partner across departments.

• Preparation of group consolidated accounts and management reporting
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Partnering with department heads to provide financial insight and support decision‑making
• Contributing to the development of internal controls and ...